electric motor, lights, et al plug question

63DH8 · Dec 14, 2005

I was wondering what you guys use to plug your electric sprayer motors, lights, et al into your tractor's electrical system with. I was considering a 12V utility plug (cigarette ligher adapter), but came across what's called a forklift plug (Anderson connector).

http://www.cloudelectric.com/Images/Catalog/Wiring-Systems/AndersonDisconnect.jpg

BobReeves · Dec 14, 2005

I use the two prong trailer light plugs available almost anywhere. Good for 15 amps or so and cheap.

kennyd · Dec 14, 2005

Anderson/Forklift plugs are real cool, but you will pay allot for the coolness /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif
There are really designed for high-current applications, such as battery strings, chargers, winches, etc. IMHO there are overkill for lights or sprayers...

53gravely · Dec 14, 2005

The mid priced option might be the electric trolling motor connections used when wiring bass fishing boats. they can handle moisture and a failry heavy electrical draw.

Try Cabela's (marine catalog or web site)
or Boat stores like West Marine or Boaters world

TwinWillows · Dec 15, 2005

The 2 prong trailer light connectors work for me. One nice thing about them, if wired correctly, is that you can plug the sprayer into your flat 4 trailer connector, toss the tank in the back of your pickup & drive around spraying fences, driveways etc. Mine just happens to turn off & on w/the vehicle headlight switch. I've also wired a 2 prong connector into my Dixie Chopper zero turn mower so that the sprayer has power when tossed into a tow-behind garden cart.

wvhillbilly · Dec 21, 2005

In my opinion, I would go with the heavy duty Anderson connectors you posted a picture of. They aren't that expensive. I bought mine from Cabelas. They were only about 15 bucks for a pair. I put a set on my Kubota L3400. I can plug in lots of accessories such as a sprayer pump, work lights, spot light or whatever. As a matter of fact, I have a 1000 watt power inverter rigged up with that connector which has come in extremely handy on remote parts of my property.
I have even jump-started my ATV a time or two using this connector.
I have mine conveniently mounted under the rear of the seat to the metal channel that holds the fender.
I have a 40 amp automotive breaker mounted in the battery compartment and from there I ran 8 or 6 gauge wire (I forget) to the connector.
Within reason, there are tons of possibilities if you use the heavy duty connector.
Just my 2 pennies.

Dave